AdminMohamadou Kanté is quickly developing a reputation as one of the Championship’s most effective impact substitutes, with the West Ham United midfielder producing when his side need a spark from the bench.
No player in the Championship has scored more goals as a substitute so far this season than Kanté, who has already found the net three times after being introduced during matches.
The statistic highlights the influence the midfielder has had in limited minutes, with his ability to arrive late and make an immediate difference becoming an important weapon for West Ham.
While starting regularly is usually the ambition for any player, Kanté’s performances as a substitute have raised an interesting question around his role in the squad. Is he more dangerous when opponents are tiring and spaces begin to open up?
His energy, movement and willingness to attack defenders could make him particularly effective against stretched teams, allowing him to exploit gaps that may not be available earlier in matches.
For West Ham boss Nuno Espírito Santo, it is another selection decision to consider as the season progresses.
Kanté will understandably want more starts, but his record from the bench is becoming difficult to ignore.
With three substitute goals already to his name, the midfielder has shown that he can change games from the moment he enters the pitch.
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